Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Current Safety Tickets
Timeline
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Graham Sharp

Graham Sharp

Firefighter/Production Oilfield
Fort Nelson,BC

Summary

Dynamic Operator with extensive experience at TARA Energy, excelling in pressure vessel operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to optimize workflows and train new team members, enhancing productivity. Skilled in hydrotesting and equipment monitoring, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

TARA Energy
Clairmont, Alberta
01.2024 - Current
  • Coil and flowback Operations
  • Isolation systems Management
  • Production Pressure Vessel Operator
  • Conducted hydrotesting procedures to assess the integrity of pipelines and equipment.
  • Managed instrumentation setup to monitor and control operational parameters.
  • Conducted routine safety inspections to maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment and safety protocols.

Engineering Assistant

Benedict Pipelines
Leduc, Alberta
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Assisted engineers with project documentation and design drawings.
  • Collaborated with field teams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Supported troubleshooting efforts during pipeline installation and maintenance activities.
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss project requirements and timelines.
  • Assisted senior engineers in troubleshooting complex issues related to design or construction.
  • Managed project materials and interpreted blueprints, schematics, and specifications to facilitate effective project execution.
  • Performed calculations using mathematics, physics, and other scientific principles.
  • Conducted site surveys, collected precise measurements, and evaluated project conditions to inform engineering decisions.
  • Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems.

Well Testing Operator

ProFlo Well Services
Red Deer, Alberta
03.2016 - 11.2022
  • Conducted production well testing to evaluate well performance and optimize operational efficiency.
  • Operated pressure vessels to ensure safe and compliant processes.
  • Assisted welders in fabrication tasks to enhance productivity.
  • Executed rigging operations for safe and efficient equipment transportation and installation.
  • Performed pipefitting and gasfitting to maintain system integrity.

Apprentice Pipefitter

Alstar Oilfield Contractors
Calgary, Alberta
01.2015 - 06.2021
  • Facilitated D1 and D3 expansions for ARC Resources at Dawson Creek.

Coordinated Kaybob West expansion project in Spring 2019.

  • Executed pipefitting and gasfitting procedures for installation projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project specifications.
  • Performed rigging operations to support equipment placement.
  • Operated heavy equipment to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Supported welders with fabrication and assembly tasks.
  • Managed outage operations for D1 at Dawson Creek site, coordinating activities to minimize downtime and ensure efficient resource allocation.

Operator

Versatile Energy Services
Sylvan Lake, Alberta
11.2017 - 08.2020
  • Introduction to Power Engineering
  • Production Well Testing
  • Pressure Vessel Operator
  • Executed pipefitting to optimize system flow and functionality.
  • Managed equipment operations to ensure timely project completion.
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient energy production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance and communicated issues to maintenance teams for prompt resolution.
  • Maintained accurate logs of operations and maintenance activities.
  • Monitored and adjusted machine operations for optimal quality control.

Pipefitter Helper

ClearStream Energy
Hinton, Alberta
09.2014 - 10.2016
  • Assisted skilled pipefitters with installation and maintenance of piping systems, contributing to overall project success.
  • Supported team members by helping with pipe measurements and layout plans.
  • Gathered and organized tools and materials for daily work activities.
  • Cleared work areas and maintained cleanliness to promote efficiency.
  • Performed vessel inspections to identify maintenance needs.
  • Assisting Welder
  • Executed rigging procedures for precise equipment placement, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
  • Pipefitting/Gasfitting
  • Observed experienced workers to learn proper techniques and methods.

Education

High School -

Saguaro High School
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2004

Custom Auto Body And Paint -

East Valley Institute of Technology
Tempe, AZ
01.2004

Culinary Arts -

East Valley Institute of Technology
Tempe, AZ
01.2004

Skills

  • Pressure vessel operation
  • Coil operations
  • Hydrotesting procedures
  • System isolation management
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Heavy equipment management
  • Workflow optimization
  • Training support
  • Data entry

References

Available upon request

Current Safety Tickets

  • H2S Alive
  • First Aid/CPR w/BC endorsement
  • Fall Arrest
  • WHMIS 2019
  • CSTS 2020 And CsO
  • Confined Space Entry and Rescue

Timeline

Operator

TARA Energy
01.2024 - Current

Engineering Assistant

Benedict Pipelines
01.2021 - 01.2023

Operator

Versatile Energy Services
11.2017 - 08.2020

Well Testing Operator

ProFlo Well Services
03.2016 - 11.2022

Apprentice Pipefitter

Alstar Oilfield Contractors
01.2015 - 06.2021

Pipefitter Helper

ClearStream Energy
09.2014 - 10.2016

High School -

Saguaro High School

Custom Auto Body And Paint -

East Valley Institute of Technology

Culinary Arts -

East Valley Institute of Technology
Graham SharpFirefighter/Production Oilfield